AT6 Automated Testing System: Testing Plastics, Elastomers, and Thin Films

See an Instron AT6 automated testing system configured for tensile testing on a range of material types, including rigid plastics, elastomers, and thin films.

ASTM D695 / ISO 604: Compressive Properties of Rigid Plastics

ASTM D695 and ISO 604 can be performed on either a single-column or dual-column universal testing machine such as those from Instron's 3400 and 6800 Series.

ASTM D624: Tear Strength Testing of Rubber and Elastomers

ASTM D624 is a common test method used to determine the tear strength of conventional vulcanized rubber and thermoplastic elastomers.

Choice Inputs in Bluehill Universal Software

Choice Inputs provide users with a preconfigured list of options that minimize data entry time and reduce the risk of error for commonly used inputs, such as operator name, color, or specimen type.

ElectroPuls E20: Hamm-Lippstadt University Case Study

ElectroPuls systems are the established materials testing instruments using patented linear motor technology, with slow-speed static and high-frequency fatigue testing.

Inside Instron: Precision Manufacturing at Our Binghamton, NY Facility

Our state-of-the-art machine shop in Binghamton, New York produces foundational frame components and flagship accessories for materials testing labs worldwide.

ASTM F1614: Shock Attenuation Testing of Athletic Footwear

Guided by the ASTM F1614 standard, Instron's ElectroPuls linear-torsion test system supports the design and development of athletic footwear products.

Instron Professional Services: System Move and Relocation

This video covers Instron's comprehensive system move and relocation service, from planning and project management to reinstallation and calibration.

Accuracy and Usable Range of Load Cells

This video discusses key load cell specifications including load measurement accuracy and usable range, and how understanding these concepts will help optimize your load cell inventory, load string changes, and calibration obligations – while ensuring you have complete coverage to accurately measure your full range of expected forces in compliance with testing standards.